Black History Month Passage Reading Comprehension Activity Biography Task Cards

Looking for a meaningful and engaging activity to teach your students about influential figures in Black history? The Black History Month biography passage task cards are the perfect resource for fostering reading comprehension skills while exploring the lives of 25 impactful leaders, innovators, and trailblazers.

Aligned with 3rd-5th grade standards, this resource is ideal for Black History Month or year-round learning.

Who’s Included?
Your students will learn about:

• Muhammad Ali
• Maya Angelou
• Ruby Bridges
• George Washington Carver
• Bessie Coleman
• Frederick Douglass
• Marcus Garvey
• Sarah E. Goode
• William H. Hastie
• Dorothy Height
• Coretta Scott King
• Lewis Latimer
• Nelson Mandela
• Thurgood Marshall
• Elijah McCoy
• Hattie McDaniel
• James Meredith
• Martin Luther King Jr.
• Rosa Parks
• Mary Seacole
• Sojourner Truth
• Harriet Tubman
• Madame C.J. Walker
• Booker T. Washington
• Malcolm X

What’s Included?
This set of task cards provides a variety of activities designed for differentiation and flexible use:

• 25 Biography Passage Task Cards featuring key facts and achievements of each individual.
• 2 multiple-choice questions per task card that directly relate to the passage and encourage reading comprehension skill practice.
• 2 Recording Sheet Size Options for different learning needs.
• Answer Key for easy grading and self-checking.
• Digital Google Slides Version for use in distance learning or digital platforms.
• Instructions and Suggestions for Use to guide teachers in implementation.

Why Task Cards?
Task cards offer an engaging, low-prep way for students to practice reading comprehension, learn about history, and apply critical thinking skills. They are ideal for:

• Independent work
• Small group practice
• Centers or stations
• Homework or test prep
• Differentiated instruction for ELL/ESL students

How It Works
Students will read a short biography of a famous person in Black History on each task card, then answer comprehension questions tailored to enhance understanding and retention. These cards are perfect for formative assessments and can be used for both printable and digital learning.

Perfect for Black History Month and Beyond!
Celebrate the achievements of Black leaders while providing your students with meaningful, standards-aligned activities that are easy to implement and engaging for learners of all levels.